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Delhi half-marathon: High Court says people shouldn't run in such high levels of pollution

The Delhi half-marathon is set to take place on Sunday, November 20.

Nov 19, 2016

Demonetisation: Banks to serve only their own customers on Nov. 19

The Indian Banks' Association chief said that senior citizens can, however, exchange their money at any branch.

Nov 19, 2016

Universal Children's Day 2016: Best quotes, messages, wishes, greetings

The United Nations observes Universal Children's Day on November 20.

Nov 19, 2016

Morning brief: Banks to exchange notes for senior citizens today, rupee hits new low, Volkswagon to lay off 30,000 employees and more

Also read about Ghulam Nabi Azad's refusal to apologise for Uri remark and NGT's order to builders to not deny wages to labourers.

Nov 19, 2016

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Theresa May and Angela Merkel meet for bilateral talks

UK Prime Minister Theresa May met with German Chancellor Angela Merkel to discuss freedom of movement between EU countries as well as partnerships with Africa and the worldwide economy. Speaking at a press conference both Merkel and May pointed out that the leaders were not meeting to discuss Brexit in detail because the decision of Britain to leave the European Union was accepted by Germany.

Nov 18, 2016

UFO sightings 2016: Nasa cuts ISS live feed when bright object moved quickly across the earth? [VIDEO]

UFO enthusiasts have alleged several times in the past that Nasa intentionally cut live feed from the ISS.

Nov 18, 2016

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British taxpayers to fund huge £369m refurbishment of Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace requires urgent repair work costing tax payers £369m. The refurbishment is expected to take 10 years during which the Queen will remain in residence. An independent survey warned of a risk of serious damage should repairs be delayed.The refurbishment is also supposed to “future-proof” the palace for the next 50 years. The repairs will be funded by increasing the Sovereign Grant from 15% to 25%.

Nov 18, 2016

Demonetisation row: Unique tales of turmoil from northeast states like Assam, Manipur and Mizoram

From newspapers being forced to shut to the spike in the use of Bhutanese currency and also use of 'I owe You' chits, northeast regions are uniquely affected.

Nov 18, 2016

Father beheads 2 sons, attacks wife suspecting her of having an incestuous affair

The police arrested accused Kalicharan Kushwaha, a marginal farmer, from Basata village.

Nov 18, 2016

Social activist Anna Hazare at the launch of the book -

Anna Hazare lauds Centre's move to demonetise currency notes of Rs 500, Rs 1,000

"This revolutionary step will curb black money, corruption and terrorism (funding) to a large extent," Hazare said.

Nov 18, 2016

Senator Corker should withdraw from Trump's Cabinet bid, says Senate candidate Larry Crim

Senator Bob Corker is being considered for the Secretary of State position in Trump's team.

Nov 18, 2016

Indian Navy gets indigenous underwater systems

Here are the four new indigenously developed underwater sensors for the Indian Navy, courtesy DRDO

Manohar Parrikar entrusted the systems to Navy at a ceremony at DRDO Bhavan.

Nov 18, 2016

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Inside the worlds biggest Lego store, which has just opened in London

Fans queued up outside the world’s largest Lego store for its opening in London’s Leicester Square on 12 November. London Mayor Sadiq Khan was presented with a Lego model of the London skyline at the opening as well as a mosaic portrait of his face. The store wants to offer interactive experiences for children and adults. Customers can create their very own Lego portrait after having their face scanned

Nov 18, 2016